Trusted brands using certified ethical and sustainable business practices.
Econscious reduces plastic pollution by transforming post-consumer plastic waste into functional, innovative products. They provide a door-to-door plastic waste pickup service in the Delhi area and offer a range of recycled plastic home and garden products including planters, pots, laptop stands, desk organizers, coasters, and bookshelves. They also create plastic paver blocks, tiles, sheets, and panels for landscaping and interior design products. Econscious has worked with institutional partners to produce customized gifts and recycled plastic benches and and waste bins for public spaces. They use their platform to raise awareness about waste reduction, conscious living, and transitioning to a circular economy.
Eco Pack is a community based initiative that aims to provide livelihood opportunities for local women, improve the lives of low income families, and supply environmentally responsible recycled paper products and packaging. The women use blank waste paper, banana fiber, spear grass, and invasive plants to create handmade recycled paper, notebooks, greeting cards, picture frames, wallets, and custom product packaging. Waste water from the production process is used to water a plant nursery next to the workshop. Eco Pack supplies free seedlings for tree planting programs, conducts classes for women in need, and provides educational materials for workers' children. They are part of the National Craft Council, National Design Center, National Entrepreneurs Development Authority, and the Vidatha Society of the Science and Technology Department.
Eco Pal creates livelihood opportunities for women in remote areas and produces affordable, environmentally responsible clothing, accessories, and baby products using natural plant based dyes. The women earn living wages and are able to work from home. Eco Pal has published a book on eco dyeing that includes details on the health and environmental benefits, locally available materials, and key techniques.
EcoSage is a Himalayan waste management company that is using smart waste collection and treatment systems to transition to a zero waste circular economy in the region. They are developing waste exchange centers in hill stations, offering incentives for recyclable waste, introducing software tools to increase the efficiency and transparency of waste supply chains, breaking the silos between urban local bodies, and providing standard benefits to informal waste workers to ensure ethical sourcing of waste. EcoSage aims to increase resource recovery in the mountains, reintroduce recycled waste into supply chains, and eliminate the use of virgin materials.
Ecoseva Institute offers environmental research, outreach, education, advocacy, community building, and consulting services. They focus on minimizing plastic waste and pollution, piloting community zero waste solutions, and finding holistic ways to shift to ethical decision making, regenerative practices, and eco-centric perspectives that are in harmony with nature.
Ecosocialist Horizons promotes a vision of a transformed society in harmony with nature and supports the global movement and practices to attain it. They share news and analysis on ecosocialist topics, educate members to support creative practical action, and organize events, actions, and convergences through networks in the Americas, Africa, and Asia. The focus is on moving beyond a capitalist system that is based on infinite expansion through the exploitation of labor and the ransacking of nature. Ecosocialism is guided by the life-ways of indigenous peoples whose economies are embedded in a classless society in fundamental unity with nature. It draws upon the wisdom of the ages as well as the latest science to bring a new society into existence. Ecosocialist Horizons distributes "Truth and Dare: A Comic Book Curriculum for the End and the Beginning of the World" and other educational materials on a sliding scale according to abilities and needs.
Eco Solution Hub aims to replace imported plastic housewares with environmentally responsible alternatives.They specialize in brooms, brushes, and other household products that are handmade from ekel fiber from coconut leaves and coir fiber from coconut husks. They offer indoor and outdoor brooms, body brushes, dish brushes and scrubbers, and cleaning brushes for kitchens and bathrooms. Products are durable and long lasting but can be composted at end-of-life. Eco Solution Hub sustainably sources all materials and creates livelihood opportunities for rural craftspeople.
Eco Team has been providing authentic, sustainable travel services in Sri Lanka for more than two decades. They started as a pioneering eco and adventure tourism company, and now have more than 10 brands offering customized tour solutions including accommodation in tented camps and tree houses, team building experiences, and corporate events. Eco Team has Carbon Neutral and TraveLife certification and their responsible tourism ethos and values are the same across all brands. They focus on community benefit and partnerships, conservation through tourism, minimizing carbon emissions, and preserving local values and culture. Solar power is used for lighting, water heating, and cooking in the camps, and surplus is redirected to the main grid for national consumption. Eco Team started the Sri Lanka Wilderness Foundation for conservation projects, and in partnership with a local university, established the Academy of Eco-Tourism, Wildlife and Nature Interpretation to develop the next generation of environmental ambassadors. In 2020, Eco Team launched Made in Earth, an ecommerce site with ethical, sustainable products from around Sri Lanka, in order to support rural artisans, farmers, and responsible businesses during periods of reduced travel.
Eco-Temple Community Development Project is an initiative by temples and other religious community centers that aim to manifest holistic ecological standards. At a material level, this includes design, building materials, energy usage, waste management, economic sustainability, gardens, agriculture, forestry, and water management. At a relational level, this includes community engagement, educational activities, and linkages with local organizations, businesses, and government. At a spiritual level, this includes spiritual practice and teachings that relate to ecological issues and grounded human interaction. A key concept is "seed planting," in which one component of the work becomes a revenue generating social enterprise that can support the rest of the work. For example, revenue from the sale of solar energy can help support other activities. The Eco-Temple Project supports the development of design principles and the exchange of experiences, lessons, and resources. The working group includes participants from Japan, South Korea, China, Thailand, Myanmar, Bangladesh, India, Sri Lanka, and Europe.
ECO-V is a network of young environmental volunteers throughout Sri Lanka that started in 2001. They focus on protecting Mother Earth and making humans more conscious about their actions. They provide training programs and workshops on green leadership, biodiversity conservation, climate change, urban home gardening, and conscious consumption. They organize special "Nature Kids" birthday parties and other kids programs to connect children and young people with nature. ECO-V also sells products for eco-friendly lifestyles including bamboo cups, kolapath leaf plates, shopping bags made from upcycled sari, key rings made from wood scraps, and organic fruits and vegetables that are verified under a local participatory guarantee system (PGS). All income is used to support ECO-V activities and village-level youth that they have trained as green leaders. ECO-V is a member of the Federation of Environmental Organizations of Sri Lanka (FEOSL), United Nations Volunteers (UNV) and works closely with the Sarvodaya movement.
EcoWalks Tours provides guided tours that acknowledge and respect the natural, historical, social, cultural, and traditional values, heritage, and diversity within Sydney Harbour National Park. They specialize in bush walking tours, bushcraft workshops, and overnight camping courses. EcoWalks Tours plans, facilitates, and sponsors community volunteer programs, assists with site and infrastructure improvements, and promotes "leave no trace" principles of outdoor ethics. They offer concessionary rates for students, veterans, seniors, and health care cardholders and adapted tours for people with learning disabilities, mobility constraints, and post-traumatic stress disorder. EcoWalks Tours is an accredited NSW Parks Eco Pass tour operator and has ECO Certification from Ecotourism Australia.
Ecoware designs and manufactures natural, compostable packaging and provides an affordable alternative to single-use plastic takeout containers, cutlery, and tableware. They follow strict quality testing procedures to ensure compliance with global food packaging standards. Ecoware products are made from agricultural crop waste with no binder, adhesive, laminate, or coating, are backyard biodegradable within 90 to 100 days, and can be safely used in ovens, microwaves, refrigerators, and freezers. The company is committed to socially and environmentally responsible operations and has developed a loan fund for women employees who would otherwise be unable to access financial services due to lack of credit history or family pressures. Ecoware is a woman-owned business, has won multiple awards for innovation and sustainability, and is part of CE100, the Ellen MacArthur Foundation's circular economy network. They have more than 19 international certifications including USDA Bio-Based, BPI Compostable, and TÜV Compostable.
Ecoware Lanka specializes in supplying businesses with environmentally responsible compostable packaging in order to eliminate single-use plastic waste. Their entire range is made from plant-based materials and is certified by the Forest Stewardship Council. They offer straws, napkins, cups, bowls, plates, cutlery, food containers, and other food-grade packaging. Priority is given to recycled paper and paperboard, unbleached kraft paper, and bagasse made from sugarcane waste. Ecoware Lanka offers custom printing services and is available for lectures, speaking events, consulting, and other partnerships. They support sea turtle conservation in Sri Lanka.
Ecowave is a social enterprise that supports rural livelihoods by linking marginalized small-scale farmers and rural community members with sustainable agriculture and community tourism market opportunities. They also provide agricultural inputs, micro grants, training, consulting services, and co-financing for community development projects. The Ecowave outlet in Arugam Bay has organic fruits and vegetables, herbs, spices, heirloom paddy and pure bee honey at affordable prices. The products are verified under a local organic participatory guarantee system (PGS). Their heirloom suwandel rice is certified by Friend of the Earth, and they are a member of the International Federation of Organic Agriculture Movements (IFOAM). Ecowave also organizes ecotours and responsible travel experiences. They help low-budget tourists connect with community-based homestays and locally hosted meals.
Ecowings creates durable, vegan bags and accessories that protect people, animals, and the environment. They work with artisans around Indore to remove discarded truck tire inner tubes from the waste stream and upcycle them into laptop bags, backpacks, handbags, wallets, belts, and other functional products with recycled PET lining and straps and handles made from upcycled seatbelts. Ecowings provides fair wages and a safe and comfortable working environment. Their website is green-hosted by The Green Web Foundation, and they work with CO₂OK to offset shipping emissions through Atmosfair and Fair Climate Fund. Ecowings has PETA Approved Vegan certification and is a member of Social Enterprise NL.
ECPAT Sri Lanka works to create a society that ensures the safety and security of every child and protects and promotes child rights. They focus on preventing sexual exploitation of children and target the most vulnerable geographic areas in Sri Lanka. ECPAT partners with other local organizations and activists to raise awareness, counsel mothers, monitor pedophiles, help survivors in court, and assist youth to develop skills and find jobs.
Eden Herbal produces cotton garments made with all natural plant-based dyes extracted from ayurvedic herbs.
Eden Whole Foods grows, processes, and distributes indigenous African food to create youth employment opportunities, reduce malnutrition, and make it easier for families to choose healthy options. They work with smallholder farmers in Nigeria to produce fresh and dehydrated fruits and vegetables, spices, oils, grains, legumes, flours, and raw honey for their own brand and for schools, restaurants, hotels, and other businesses. Eden Whole Foods ensures farmers receive real value for their crops and are able to earn a decent living. They offer on-the-job training and childcare to create an enabling work environment for young mothers, and they partner with universities and agricultural training centers to provide paid internships for students. Eden Whole Foods invests in training and research to reduce post harvest losses and collaborates with local businesses working on solar powered cold storage and other green tech solutions. They are part of African Food Changemakers.
Edible Garden City champions the grow-your-own-food movement in land-scarce and import-dependent Singapore. As a social enterprise, they are dedicated to helping cities become more self-sufficient, growing food in a manner that heals the environment, connecting people with nature, and improving physical and mental health. They design, build, and maintain edible gardens for schools, restaurants, hotels, shopping centers, office buildings, and residential properties and supply fresh herbs, microgreens, and edible flowers to restaurants, bars, and spas. Their Citizen Farm is a space for the local community to learn and grow together. Using a closed loop urban agriculture system, they produce fresh, nutritious vegetables, greens, mushrooms, and more and offer Citizen Box subscriptions for weekly pick up or home delivery. They have worked with the Autism Resource Centre and the Down Syndrome Association of Singapore to provide employment for people with intellectual disabilities. Edible Garden City shares their passion for urban food production by offering inclusive tours and workshops for all ages and abilities and developing farming curricula for local schools.
Edible Routes is strengthening local food systems, empowering people to connect with nature by growing food, and building a community of urban gardeners in the Delhi National Capital Region. They help families transform their terraces and balconies into organic kitchen gardens, rent farmlets for people to grow their own food, and conduct workshops on organic farming and sustainability throughout India. They also provide consulting services to help farm land projects eliminate the use of agrichemicals, improve productivity, restore degraded land, harvest and retain water, and increase biodiversity. In addition to providing services, Edible Routes sells fruit, vegetables, mushrooms, local legumes, seeds, grains, and flours, jams, pickles, chyawanprash, mustard oil, kombucha starter kits, and organic gardening tools, supplies, and inputs. They established a nonprofit organization, Edible Routes Foundation, to focus on environmental education, waste management, water harvesting, and ecological restoration.